Sleep with Mythology

Final Episode: The Labors of Hercules

✨ A message for our listeners  ✨ After several years of making restful content for our fans, we have decided with a heavy heart at Whisper.fm to close our channel. From today our subscription channel Sleep+ will no longer be accepting new subscribers or subscription payments. Please note that all existing content across the network will remain available to listeners and subscribers until 2027. Since launching in summer 2024, Whisper.fm has reached a highly engaged global audience. We've gained more than 5'000 followers and been listened to for over 5 million minutes. Our flagship show, Sleep with History, has ranked among the Spotify top shows in their category, with individual episodes reaching thousands of listeners. Most importantly, we've helped many people get a good night's rest. You can continue to enjoy our published episodes as before. At Whisper.fm we are proud of what has been built and grateful for the support of our community. We are considering a possible return in future with new formats or new projects. For now, we want to thank you for listening, contributing and supporting our shows. 💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏

The Story of Beowulf (Anglo-Saxon mythology)

This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Held in the hallowed halls of Anglo-Saxon chronicles, the tale of Beowulf revolves around a backdrop of deep cultural transformations and the rise of warrior-kings seeking to etch their legacies in the threads of time. Set sail across the blustery moorlands of ancient Scandinavia, places where the relics of the brave Geat resonate with whispers of valorous deeds, profound alliances, and daunting adversaries. Journey with us to the mighty kingdom of Denmark - an age resplendent with the chime of mead hall revelries and shadowed by the monstrous specter, Grendel. This saga twists through poignant tales of power, lineage, and the human survival instinct. From the heroic Beowulf confronting his own inner Grendels and dragons to valiantly surrender to life's end, learn how each of us can face our foibles and mortality, with courage, nobility, and acceptance of our shared mortality. Join us in unravelling the ultimate testament to the timeless wisdom of the human spirit against all odds. Subscribe now.This episode is hosted by Lorraine Crowston. Check out more of our shows and get your free trial of Whisper Premium: www.whisper.fm Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/channel/whisper-fm/id6466174594 Whisper.fm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whisper_fm

The Legend of the Golem (Jewish mythology)

This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Enter the heart of 16th-century Prague and unfold the Legend of the Golem. In a world teetering on the brink, a wise Rabbi dared embrace ancient wisdom to shield his community, birthing a silent sentinel - the Golem. This gripping narrative will seamlessly carry you through captivating landscapes of human courage, fear, and the complexities of unchecked power. Traverse the stones of history and delve deeper into the heart of what it means to create, to control, and the harmonious balance we dare not breach. Subscribe to Sleep with Mythology now and allow us to enrich your nights with mythical wisdom.This episode is hosted by Lorraine Crowston. Check out more of our shows and get your free trial of Whisper Premium: www.whisper.fm Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/channel/whisper-fm/id6466174594 Whisper.fm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whisper_fm

The Song of Roland (French medieval folklore)

This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Descend into a realm of chivalrous adventures and profound insights with Sleep with Mythology’s latest episode, dedicated to the French medieval “Song of Roland” myth. Journey through the landscapes of historic France, under the reign of Charlemagne, as we dust off an age-old saga steeped in heroic resonance. Walk in the shoes of Roland, the knight renowned for his gallantry, allegiance, and unwavering commitment to duty. His relentless resilience against a deluge of Saracen adversaries paints a vivid portrait of timeless virtues of courage and tenacity but holds up a mirror to the perils of excessive pride and individualism. Though a relic of the past, we examine a narrative which resonates with relevance in our pursuit to redefine success. Immerse yourself in the gripping saga of Roland and his climactic entanglement with duty and destiny, accompanied by underlying messages of unity, collaboration, the dangers of unchecked ego, but also the power of faith. This episode is hosted by Lorraine Crowston. Check out more of our shows and get your free trial of Whisper Premium: www.whisper.fm Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/channel/whisper-fm/id6466174594 Whisper.fm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whisper_fm

The Story of King Arthur (Celtic mythology)

This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Visit the verdant landscapes and hauntingly beautiful lore of Celtic Britain to discover the mystic details of the life of King Arthur. Explore a realm imbued with magic, mystery, and mist as we hear tales of the legendary Excalibur, the Round Table, and encounters with mystical beings. Renowned for nobility and heroism, the figure of King Arthur mesmerisingly emerges from the emeralds of Celtic tradition and eternal corridors of time. Brace yourself for an exploration of leadership, sacrifice, and the uncanny power of love, intricately woven into a narrative stretching beyond geographical and temporal constraints into the common language of human struggle and triumph. This story of courage, chivalry, and tragic love will sweep you off into the tranquillity of the ancient British contours.This episode is hosted by Lorraine Crowston. Check out more of our shows and get your free trial of Whisper Premium: www.whisper.fm Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/channel/whisper-fm/id6466174594 Whisper.fm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whisper_fm